We are now taking reservations again.

www.browncoatcruise.com/lib/reservations.html

Jeremy

Hey.
Post from the message board.  So check out the prices listed on the
news section. Will soon be able to buy tickets.
Prakash

--------------------------------------
And another update from the news section of the website:

"Just a bit longer

December 31, 2006

A lot of progress was made yesterday, but ended up with a bit of a
computer based setback today (crashed hard drive). In the mean time
here are links to our new reservation pages, they aren't hooked up to
the shopping cart yet, but feel free to have a look around, this
should help clear up some of the pricing too. Full event reservations.
Limited event reservations. Feel free to mull over this new info while
I get my main computer back online. - Jeremy"


And yes I really did loose my main hard drive, I'm a bit heartsick
(and sick with the flu and majorly sleep deprived to boot). My backup
is a couple of months out of date. Sad Thankfully virtually none of
the cruise stuff was on that drive. I did loose some Done the
Impossible source material. Sad Sad

I'm going to go to bed and get a few hours sleep, then in the morning
I should be able to connect the shopping cart and orders should be
able to resume, though we might be limited to PayPal. Although we are
accepting Credit Cards via PayPal. More details in a few hours.

HA! I think I finally actually beat bix at reporting my own news. Smile

-Jeremy

Jeremy has an update today in the News section of the Browncoat Cruise
website:

"We had to shut down our reservations temporarily due to a considerable
amount of confusion on how to order your passes properly. We have
redesigned the order form to be much more clear. We are doing some
final testing this morning and writing the documentation. We should be
back online and accepting reservations later today."

Hi.
Just in case you haven't seen the site or the forums, tis is from the
reservation page of the site:

"Due to a significant amount of confusion regarding standard cabin
types and persons per cabin, the reservation system has been put on
hold while we update and clarify the packages available. Also, it
turns out our yahoo store and the merchant account that accepted
credit cards were not communicating properly and none of the orders
placed via credit card on Dec 27, 2007 were charged. With all of the
confusion, this is probably a good thing, so we have canceled all
those orders and we will be starting fresh within 24-36 hours. Seating
order of those that attempted to order on Dec 27, will be maintained
if you re-order by Jan 12. Sorry about the bumpy start, we have
learned a lot and will endeavor to make "take 2" much less confusing.
Thank you for your patience. If you are one of the six orders that
used PayPal on Dec 27, your order went through okay, and we will be
contacting you to verify that you are indeed getting the packages you
are expecting. "

Prakash

Hi.
I am jst letting people know in this list, that reservations are open
for early bird tickets until Jan 12,2007 when prices go up t least 50
bucks.... check out the site.

http://www.browncoatcruise.com

   It is not mentioned if there is a limited availability or not, but
apparently seating positions at events etc are based in what order the
tickets are sold.

I didn't even know abiut this till I checked one of the forums.

And apparently the notice is put up on Whedonesque.com, so if you want
to be one of the first set of people to buy tickets I think you better
do it soon.... since alot of people check whedonesque.
Prakash

Well sort of Llionesss - if traveling by air, yes everyone arriving in
the U.S. needs a passport (even US citizens).  However, traveling by
land or sea one doesn't until 2008.  Silly me, I was thinking about
y'all returning to the U.S. at the end of the cruise, not how you'd get
to the start.

Thanks for the correction,

Kyrax

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Re: Passport
Posted by: "lliionesss" s-oc@...   lliionesss
Wed Dec 20, 2006 5:12 am (PST)
In fact, as of Jan. 1, 2007, Canadians entering the States
will need a passport.
I think most other countries have had to have a passport to enter the
U.S. for some time now?
Lioness

In fact, as of Jan. 1, 2007, Canadians entering the States
will need a passport.
I think most other countries have had to have a passport to enter the
U.S. for some time now?
Lioness
--- In browncoat_cruise@yahoogroups.com, "Tim Burgess" <timburg61@...>
wrote:
>
> No, a Passport is not required, but it is a good idea.  As long as
> the trip returns before January 1, 2008 U.S. (and Canadian) citizens
> do not need a passport to go on the cruise and enter Mexico and
> return to the U.S.  Please check the Forum where there's a thread on
> Visa requirements and I've posted a few things about this topic.
>

No, a Passport is not required, but it is a good idea.  As long as
the trip returns before January 1, 2008 U.S. (and Canadian) citizens
do not need a passport to go on the cruise and enter Mexico and
return to the U.S.  Please check the Forum where there's a thread on
Visa requirements and I've posted a few things about this topic.

On the other hand, having a passport is a good idea.  It is good
backup ID in case you lose your driver's license, or for going on
this or other trips, or even applying for a job in the U.S. (as
proof of citizenship).  After 1/1/08, you'll need one to travel
outside the U.S.  They're good for years.  Check the U.S. State
Dept. website for application information.  Passports aren't cheap
($97 in fees), require photos and specific documents from you and
take a lot of time to process.  So start early.  The link for more
information is:

http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html

Kyrax

--- In browncoat_cruise@yahoogroups.com, Jason B <bark_j@...> wrote:
>
> Yes it seems you will need to have a valid passport. Seeing as
that can take upwards of six weeks to get back, longer if you have
to track down your birth certificate, it might be best to put that
one at the top of your list.
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: tonya_57_j <tonya.jarrett@...>
> To: browncoat_cruise@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Friday, December 15, 2006 7:56:39 PM
> Subject: [browncoat_cruise] Passport
>
> Hi, I was thrilled to get a group digest from the SoCal Browncoats
> that mentioned the cruise. I've never been on a cruise, and since
> this one travels out of the U.S., would I need a passport?
>
> I'm nervous because I don't have one and because of a name change
long
> ago I would need to get cracking on a procedure that would allow
me to
> get one.
>
> Thanks, Tonya
>
>
>
>
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I'm really hoping to go to this as it sounds like a fantastic idea.
I've always thought that the Slayercruises that Vulkon put on have been
great value for money (especially if you happen to live in the UK) and
look like great fun.

I know some cruises insist on Formal Wear for dinner,  but there has
been a relaxation of this lately.  I tend to like to live in my shorts
on my holidays, will there be any part of the cruise where formal wear
will be compulsory?

Cider

1. After you include food and hotel, the cruise-con will be cheaper than a land con.  In fact the cost should be so reasonable, that my hubby will be one of us instead of a mundane 

 

2. I'm not sure we would do this again but we did take the same cruise (1-day less on the weekend) with another couple.  The women slept on the twin beds and the men slept in the pull downs.  Whoever sleeps above needs to have no fear of falling off (there is a railing and a ladder but still... not me).

 

Remember, it's like any other con, how often are you really in the room?

 

3. Most of the price questions can not be answered until Carnival starts planning for it.

 

4  http://www.scifi-cruises.com/ has a list of prices based on the rooms you want.  I expect many will be willing to do 4-to a room and then split among themselves the total room cost (only after all four people have pre-paid as regular, and the difference be returned to them after the deadline  OR the 3-4 people book together and if someone bails out, it would be up to the group to get a replacement or be stuck with the higher cost.  Yes, I'm always prepared for the worst. 

 

5. Passport is a must!  It's not that hard.  We went to Costco's photo department, they took a picture, we went to the Post Office to get the paperwork, they were friendly and helpful.  We filled out the forms, brought them back to the post office along with proof of citizenship (which is when we learned that Eugene's citizenship papers from 1984 didn't have the Federal Seal on them- after we had cruised before and Customs never mention it).  In a couple of months we got the passports and our citizenship papers back.  Make it your New Year's resolution.

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Hi, I was thrilled to get a group digest from the SoCal Browncoats
that mentioned the cruise.  I've never been on a cruise, and since
this one travels out of the U.S., would I need a passport?

I'm nervous because I don't have one and because of a name change long
ago I would need to get cracking on a procedure that would allow me to
get one.

Thanks, Tonya

I am so fraking excited about this. I am going on a diet immediately.
One, so I can look so very pretty, and two, so I can eat my self silly
with all the free food. I wonder if they will let anyone get married on
the ship?


--- In browncoat_cruise@yahoogroups.com, "sillyd22" <dtardif@...> wrote:
>
> That is what I was going to ask also.
> I am assuming that the Con price will include the Cruise cost? So it
> will be higher than most Cons(but hey this will include FOOD!!)...but
> freakin worth it.
>
> I am so excited about this........Jeremy, you guys ROCK!!!
>
> Danielle
>

Will there be suites available as that seems to be the only option
with a queen bed in it?

Those quad occupancies look *brutal*.  I can't recall sleeping so
tightly quartered since we tried to fit three generations of my family
all in a Winnebago and my cousins and I were up in the towel cabinets
over the beds!

-Lori

... looks fantastic!   For all the Browncoats who will be cruising
for the first time, the ship looks to be a fine way for them to
experience the grandness of being on a cruise.  Why oh why does it
have to be a year away?!  (Well, to give us something to look forward
to all year, I suppose.. ;)

Here is my favorite cruising site, Cruise Critic, where you can read
ALL about the ship:

http://cruisecritic.com/reviews/review.cfm?ShipID=5

Oh, and, hey everyone!

-Kim

This is definately a convention I'm planning for next year. I'm trying
to cut back, but this one promises to be so shiny, I just can't keep
away! I love you guys and am looking forward to future information
about the cruise!

That is what I was going to ask also.
I am assuming that the Con price will include the Cruise cost? So it
will be higher than most Cons(but hey this will include FOOD!!)...but
freakin worth it.

I am so excited about this........Jeremy, you guys ROCK!!!

Danielle

Hi.
Um, i dont seem to have troubles now.   I have like a doezn questions
to ask, but I guess I will wait till january when they post more
information? I am assuming the con pass will include the cruise cost?
and if they get a block of suites, if they sell out, would they be
able to get more suites/spots?   And looking at the prices, they
weren't kidding that Dec 1st would be one of the cheapest.
Prakash

--- In browncoat_cruise@yahoogroups.com, "Carl Yeager"
<carl_yeager@...> wrote:
>
> Agreed! Looking at the website at 1:30 a.m. on the 15 of Dec. doesn't
> garner any more info than looking at 3:00 a.m.
>

This sounds so shiny Jeremy, thanx! :D

Keep Flying ~
Angelina

--- In browncoat_cruise@yahoogroups.com, "jaysedai" <jeremy@...> wrote:
>
> Welcome everyone to the Browncoat Cruise Mailing list.  Feel free to
discuss freely and if you
> have any questions, this is as good a place as any to get answers.
>
> In a related note, we just updated the news section of the website
with some addtional
> details.
>
> www.browncoatcruise.com/lib/news.html

Agreed! Looking at the website at 1:30 a.m. on the 15 of Dec. doesn't
garner any more info than looking at 3:00 a.m.

:)

--- In browncoat_cruise@yahoogroups.com, "snbubble" <mersenne@...> wrote:
>
> Especially when you're an eager browncoat trying to look at all the
> info about the cruise! :P  Damn those maintenance windows!
>
> -Lori
>

Especially when you're an eager browncoat trying to look at all the
info about the cruise! :P  Damn those maintenance windows!

-Lori

Welcome everyone to the Browncoat Cruise Mailing list.  Feel free to discuss
freely and if you
have any questions, this is as good a place as any to get answers.

In a related note, we just updated the news section of the website with some
addtional
details.

www.browncoatcruise.com/lib/news.html